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Billie Jo

Billie Jo is wife to Craig and mom to Rusty and Riesa. Formerly employed in the human service industry, the past fifteen years have been dedicated to homeschooling. She is a freelance writer for a number of print and internet publications. She is also passionate about serving in the community. She works in a GED preparation ministry and a community-based servant program that provides opportunities for youth to serve others. It is passion for the love of Jesus and His transforming work that motivates her writing and serving. "I love to see God at work in the lives of others and this is the way I see best."

Disagreeing with Respect

The recent election brought the differences in America into sharp focus.  It presents an opportunity we as Christians cannot afford to miss!  Separating ideas is a necessary step to building understanding and ultimately creating unity.  In fact, separation is part of creation. Consider the opening passages of Genesis and observe ...

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Fruit from the Holidays

There’s nothing like the holidays to highlight the challenge of relationships.  Our hearts crave connection.  God made us that way.  In fact, He created humanity because He craved relationship.  The challenge is that most everything conspires against honest, loving relationship.  With Christ, that challenge becomes incredible opportunity for improved relationships ...

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The Blessedness “Quickness” of God!

One of my favorite things to do is spend time thinking about God.  I am in the midst of compiling a book that does just that.  Today, I wanted to share a glimpse of God that made my heart smile this week.  Sometimes I am just too busy … but ...

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The Light of Faith brings Life

Patches of blotchy red fever-heat blazed on Jimmy’s pale cheeks.  Mom moved the damp cloth gently across his forehead. “Honey, I will be right back.” “No, Mommy, don’t go,” whimpered Jimmy. “Sissy is in the next room.  I will only be a few minutes.  The store is just around the ...

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